SMOK
SMOK - test rig for experimental evaluation of the dynamically loaded journal bearing characteristics
Test rig SMOK is used for research into dynamically loaded journal bearing behaviour. Especially it is suitable for: determination of the fatigue resistance of the bearing lining as a function of material and design characteristics of the bearings.
Schematic view of the test rig (click sketch to enlarge):
- Eccentric shaft
- Supporting bearing
- Tested bearing
- Tested bearing housing
- Bearing shell
- Connecting rod
- Upper chamber
- Lower chamber
- piston
- pin
- piston rod
- foundation
- plate
- fixing bolt
- rig case
- rig bolt
- non return valve
- orifice
Photo of test rig:
Specifications:
- Max load: up to 160 kN
- Amplitude of load oscillations: up to 120 kN
- Shaft rotational speed: 600 - 4500 rpm
- Dimensions of tested bearing: diameter 40-80mm, max length 50mm
Measured and controlled quantities:
- Rotational speed of the shaft
- Mean and amplitude load on bearing
- Temperatures of tested and supporting bearings
- Temperature and pressure of the lubricating oil delivered to the tested bearing
Examples of the research:
- Research on possible service failures of the dynamically loaded journal bearings. KBN research projects 7T07B 01409, 1996 - Technical Report
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